Support Worker - Children's Services

Courtyard Care; Bolton; On-site; GBP 27,976 - 28,496; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service awards

Opportunity for career development

Funded qualifications

Employee benefits app

Pension

Life cover

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Refer a friend scheme – £400

Job summary

Swanton-Care-and-Community is seeking a Children's Support Worker for their facility in Bolton. This role involves building trusting relationships, supporting daily routines, and encouraging personal development in children and young people.

Successful candidates will exhibit kindness, strong communication skills, and resilience. Opportunities for career development and funded qualifications are provided, along with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Kind and patient, genuinely care about making a difference.
• Open to learning and completing the Level 3 Diploma.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support with daily routines, education, and personal development.
• Plan and take part in activities such as outdoor adventures.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Positive outlook

Ability to care for young people

Team player

Resilience and calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 Diploma

Job description

About The Role

Make a Real Difference – And Have Fun Doing It

Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day is different, full of learning, laughter, and the chance to genuinely change lives?

We are looking for compassionate, energetic, and committed individuals to join our team supporting children and young people in residential care. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to help young people feel safe, valued, and inspired to reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Supporting them with daily routines, education, and personal development
• Planning and taking part in activities – from movie nights to outdoor adventures
• Helping create a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience
• Working as part of a supportive team that celebrates success together

Position Details

Position: Children's Support Worker

Location: Bolton (BL4 postcode)

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, Part time and full time opportunities available.

Pay: £27976 unqualified or £28496 qualified based on 40 hours per week

WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings the right attitude and reflects our values above all else:

• You are kind, patient, and genuinely care about making a difference to young people
• You have a positive outlook and bring energy, humour, and enthusiasm into your work
• You are resilient and calm under pressure, able to support young people through challenges
• You’re a great team player, but also confident working independently
• You have strong communication skills and can build meaningful relationships
• You are open to learning and committed to completing your Level 3 Diploma
• You’re flexible and willing to work shifts, including evenings and weekends

Whether you have experience or are completely new to the sector, if you have the passion and drive to learn, we want to hear from you.

Key Values

At the heart of our ethos are five key words, which underpin the PRIDE taken in the services: Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy

What We Can Offer!

• Long service awards
• Opportunity for career development
• Funded qualifications
• Employee benefits app
• Cycle to work
• Pension
• Life cover – you will be entitled to death in service benefit
• Trained mental health first aiders
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Voice
• Monthly staff prize draw
• Refer a friend scheme – £400 each time a successful referral is made

*subject to eligibility & criteria

About The Service

Holly House is a large detached home where we support children and young people who have experienced trauma, may have mental health issues and/or have a learning disability.

The property includes extensive outdoor space designed to encourage positive engagement and therapeutic activities, helping to promote wellbeing and personal development in a safe and supportive environment.